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Of the Sons of Korah. According to alamoth. A song. God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. <a href="/nlt/psalms/46.htm">New Living Translation</a> God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble. <a href="/esv/psalms/46.htm">English Standard Version</a> God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. <a href="/bsb/psalms/46.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> For the choirmaster. Of the sons of Korah. According to Alamoth. A song. God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble. <a href="/kjv/psalms/46.htm">King James Bible</a> To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, A Song upon Alamoth. God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. <a href="/nkjv/psalms/46.htm">New King James Version</a> To the Chief Musician. A Psalm of the sons of Korah. A Song for Alamoth. God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble. <a href="/nasb_/psalms/46.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> For the music director. A Psalm of the sons of Korah, set to Alamoth. A Song. God is our refuge and strength, A very ready help in trouble. <a href="/nasb/psalms/46.htm">NASB 1995</a> For the choir director. A Psalm of the sons of Korah, set to Alamoth. A Song. God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble. <a href="/nasb77/psalms/46.htm">NASB 1977 </a> God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble. <a href="/lsb/psalms/46.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> For the choir director. Of the sons of Korah. According to Alamoth. A Song. God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble. <a href="/amp/psalms/46.htm">Amplified Bible</a> To the Chief Musician. A Psalm of the sons of Korah, set to soprano voices. A Song. God is our refuge and strength [mighty and impenetrable], A very present and well-proved help in trouble. <a href="/csb/psalms/46.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> For the choir director. A song of the sons of Korah. According to Alamoth. † God is our refuge and strength, a helper who is always found in times of trouble. <a href="/hcsb/psalms/46.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> For the choir director. A song of the sons of Korah. According to Alamoth. God is our refuge and strength, a helper who is always found in times of trouble. <a href="/asv/psalms/46.htm">American Standard Version</a> For the Chief Musician. A Psalm of the sons of Korah; set to Alamoth. A Song. God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble. <a href="/cev/psalms/46.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> God is our mighty fortress, always ready to help in times of trouble. <a href="/erv/psalms/46.htm">English Revised Version</a> For the Chief Musician: a Psalm of the sons of Korah; set to Alamoth. A Song. God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. <a href="/gwt/psalms/46.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> [For the choir director; a song by the descendants of Korah; according to [alamoth].] God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble. <a href="/gnt/psalms/46.htm">Good News Translation</a> God is our shelter and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble. <a href="/isv/psalms/46.htm">International Standard Version</a> God is our refuge and strength, a great help in times of distress. <a href="/msb/psalms/46.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> For the choirmaster. Of the sons of Korah. According to Alamoth. A song. God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble. <a href="/net/psalms/46.htm">NET Bible</a> For the music director; by the Korahites; according to the alamoth style; a song. God is our strong refuge; he is truly our helper in times of trouble. <a href="/nheb/psalms/46.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> [For the Chief Musician. By the sons of Korah. According to Alamoth.] God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. <a href="/wbt/psalms/46.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, A Song upon Alamoth. God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. <a href="/web/psalms/46.htm">World English Bible</a> For the Chief Musician. By the sons of Korah. According to Alamoth. God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/psalms/46.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> TO THE OVERSEER. BY SONS OF KORAH. FOR GIRLS’ [VOICES]. A SONG. God [is] our refuge and strength, "" A most sure help in adversities. <a href="/ylt/psalms/46.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> To the Overseer. -- By sons of Korah. 'For the Virgins.' -- A song. God is to us a refuge and strength, A help in adversities found most surely. <a href="/slt/psalms/46.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> To the overseer for the sons of Korah, with the female voice: a song. O God, to us refuge and strength, helping greatly, being found in straits.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/psalms/46.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Unto the end, for the sons of Core, for the hidden. Our God is our refuge and strength: a helper in troubles, which have found us exceedingly. <a href="/cpdv/psalms/46.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> <V 45:1>Unto the end. To the sons of Korah, for confidants. A Psalm. <V 45:2>Our God is our refuge and strength, a helper in the tribulations that have greatly overwhelmed us. <a href="/nabre/psalms/46.htm">New American Bible</a> For the leader. A song of the Korahites. According to alamoth. [2] God is our refuge and our strength, an ever-present help in distress. <a href="/nrsvce/psalms/46.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/psalms/46.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> GOD is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. <a href="/hpbt/psalms/46.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a> Our God is our strong house of refuge, and he is found to us our helper always in times of trouble.<div class="vheading2">OT Translations</div><a href="/jps/psalms/46.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a> For the Leader; [a Psalm] of the sons of Korah; upon Alamoth. A Song. God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble. <a href="/sep/psalms/46.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a> For the end, for the sons of Core; a Psalm concerning secret things. God is our refuge and strength, a help in the afflictions that have come heavily upon us. <a href="/parallel/psalms/46-1.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nFaD2oDhKPc?start=5457" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/psalms/46.htm">God is Our Refuge and Strength</a> 1<a href="/hebrew/5329.htm" title="5329: lam·naṣ·ṣê·aḥ (Prep-l, Art:: V-Piel-Prtcpl-ms) -- Preeminent or enduring. A primitive root; properly, to glitter from afar, i.e. To be eminent; also, to be permanent.">For the choirmaster.</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: liḇ·nê- (Prep-l:: N-mpc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">Of the sons</a> <a href="/hebrew/7141.htm" title="7141: qō·raḥ (N-proper-ms) -- An Edomite name, also an Isr. name. From qarach; ice; Korach, the name of two Edomites and three Israelites.">of Korah.</a> <a href="/hebrew/5921.htm" title="5921: ‘al- (Prep) -- Properly, the same as al used as a preposition; above, over, upon, or against in a great variety of applications.">According to</a> <a href="/hebrew/5961.htm" title="5961: ‘ă·lā·mō·wṯ (N-fp) -- (soprano voices of) young women. Plural of almah; properly, girls, i.e. The soprano or female voice, perhaps falsetto.">Alamoth.</a> <a href="/hebrew/7892.htm" title="7892: šîr (N-ms) -- A song, singing. Or feminine shiyrah; from shiyr; a song; abstractly, singing.">A song.</a> <a href="/hebrew/430.htm" title="430: ’ĕ·lō·hîm (N-mp) -- Plural of 'elowahh; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used of the supreme God"> God</a> <a href="/hebrew/lā·nū (Prep:: 1cp) -- ">is our</a> <a href="/hebrew/4268.htm" title="4268: ma·ḥă·seh (N-ms) -- Refuge, shelter. Or machceh; from chacah; a shelter.">refuge</a> <a href="/hebrew/5797.htm" title="5797: wā·‘ōz (Conj-w:: N-ms) -- Strength, might. Or rowz; from azaz; strength in various applications.">and strength,</a> <a href="/hebrew/4672.htm" title="4672: nim·ṣā (V-Nifal-Perf-3ms) -- To attain to, find. ">an ever-present</a> <a href="/hebrew/3966.htm" title="3966: mə·’ōḏ (Adv) -- Muchness, force, abundance. From the same as 'uwd; properly, vehemence, i.e. vehemently; by implication, wholly, speedily, etc."></a> <a href="/hebrew/5833.htm" title="5833: ‘ez·rāh (N-fs) -- Help, helper, assistance. Or mezrath; feminine of ezer; aid.">help</a> <a href="/hebrew/6869.htm" title="6869: ḇə·ṣā·rō·wṯ (Prep-b:: N-fp) -- Tightness, a female rival. Feminine of tsar; tightness; transitively, a female rival.">in times of trouble.</a> 2Therefore we will not fear, though the earth is transformed and the mountains are toppled into the depths of the seas,…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/isaiah/41-10.htm">Isaiah 41:10</a> Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. <a href="/nahum/1-7.htm">Nahum 1:7</a> The LORD is good, a stronghold in the day of distress; He cares for those who trust in Him. <a href="/proverbs/18-10.htm">Proverbs 18:10</a> The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe. <a href="/isaiah/43-2.htm">Isaiah 43:2</a> When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you go through the rivers, they will not overwhelm you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched; the flames will not set you ablaze. <a href="/deuteronomy/33-27.htm">Deuteronomy 33:27</a> The eternal God is your dwelling place, and underneath are the everlasting arms. He drives out the enemy before you, giving the command, ‘Destroy him!’ <a href="/psalms/91-2.htm">Psalm 91:2</a> I will say to the LORD, “You are my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” <a href="/psalms/62-7.htm">Psalm 62:7-8</a> My salvation and my honor rest on God, my strong rock; my refuge is in God. / Trust in Him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts before Him. God is our refuge. Selah <a href="/psalms/18-2.htm">Psalm 18:2</a> The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer. My God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. <a href="/psalms/9-9.htm">Psalm 9:9</a> The LORD is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. <a href="/psalms/27-1.htm">Psalm 27:1</a> Of David. The LORD is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life—whom shall I dread? <a href="/2_samuel/22-31.htm">2 Samuel 22:31</a> As for God, His way is perfect; the word of the LORD is flawless. He is a shield to all who take refuge in Him. <a href="/isaiah/25-4.htm">Isaiah 25:4</a> For You have been a refuge for the poor, a stronghold for the needy in distress, a refuge from the storm, a shade from the heat. For the breath of the ruthless is like rain against a wall, <a href="/hebrews/13-6.htm">Hebrews 13:6</a> So we say with confidence: “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?” <a href="/philippians/4-13.htm">Philippians 4:13</a> I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength. <a href="/2_corinthians/12-9.htm">2 Corinthians 12:9-10</a> But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly in my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest on me. / That is why, for the sake of Christ, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.A.<a href="/psalms/84-1.htm">Psalm 84:1</a> To the chief Musician upon Gittith, A Psalm for the sons of Korah. How amiable are thy tabernacles, O LORD of hosts!<a href="/psalms/85-1.htm">Psalm 85:1</a> To the chief Musician, A Psalm for the sons of Korah. LORD, thou hast been favourable unto thy land: thou hast brought back the captivity of Jacob.<a href="/psalms/87-1.htm">Psalm 87:1</a> A Psalm or Song for the sons of Korah. His foundation is in the holy mountains.A song<a href="/psalms/48-1.htm">Psalm 48:1</a> A Song and Psalm for the sons of Korah. Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised in the city of our God, in the mountain of his holiness.<a href="/psalms/66-1.htm">Psalm 66:1</a> To the chief Musician, A Song or Psalm. Make a joyful noise unto God, all ye lands:Alamoth<a href="/1_chronicles/15-20.htm">1 Chronicles 15:20</a> And Zechariah, and Aziel, and Shemiramoth, and Jehiel, and Unni, and Eliab, and Maaseiah, and Benaiah, with psalteries on Alamoth;refuge<a href="/psalms/46-7.htm">Psalm 46:7,11</a> The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah… <a href="/psalms/62-7.htm">Psalm 62:7,8</a> In God is my salvation and my glory: the rock of my strength, and my refuge, is in God… <a href="/psalms/91-1.htm">Psalm 91:1-9</a> He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty… a very<a href="/psalms/145-18.htm">Psalm 145:18</a> The LORD is nigh unto all them that call upon him, to all that call upon him in truth.<a href="/genesis/22-14.htm">Genesis 22:14</a> And Abraham called the name of that place Jehovahjireh: as it is said to this day, In the mount of the LORD it shall be seen.<a href="/deuteronomy/4-7.htm">Deuteronomy 4:7</a> For what nation is there so great, who hath God so nigh unto them, as the LORD our God is in all things that we call upon him for?<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/34-19.htm">Adversities</a> <a href="/psalms/45-17.htm">Alamoth</a> <a href="/psalms/45-17.htm">Chief</a> <a href="/psalms/45-1.htm">Choirmaster</a> <a href="/psalms/44-1.htm">Director</a> <a href="/psalms/34-17.htm">Distresses</a> <a href="/psalms/37-36.htm">Found</a> <a href="/genesis/49-13.htm">Harbour</a> <a href="/psalms/44-26.htm">Help</a> <a href="/psalms/45-17.htm">Korah</a> <a href="/psalms/44-1.htm">Leader</a> <a href="/psalms/45-8.htm">Music</a> <a href="/nehemiah/12-36.htm">Musical</a> <a href="/psalms/45-17.htm">Musician</a> <a href="/psalms/44-1.htm">Music-Maker</a> <a href="/psalms/36-1.htm">Overseer</a> <a href="/psalms/45-12.htm">Present</a> <a href="/psalms/45-17.htm">Psalm</a> <a href="/job/29-20.htm">Readily</a> <a href="/psalms/43-2.htm">Refuge</a> <a href="/psalms/45-17.htm">Song</a> <a href="/psalms/87-1.htm">Song&Gt</a> <a href="/psalms/43-2.htm">Strength</a> <a href="/psalms/39-11.htm">Surely</a> <a href="/esther/9-26.htm">Term</a> <a href="/psalms/44-24.htm">Trouble</a> <a href="/psalms/45-14.htm">Virgins</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/21-23.htm">Adversities</a> <a href="/psalms/49-1.htm">Alamoth</a> <a href="/psalms/46-11.htm">Chief</a> <a href="/psalms/47-1.htm">Choirmaster</a> <a href="/psalms/47-1.htm">Director</a> <a href="/psalms/71-20.htm">Distresses</a> <a href="/psalms/68-10.htm">Found</a> <a href="/psalms/107-30.htm">Harbour</a> <a href="/psalms/46-5.htm">Help</a> <a href="/psalms/46-11.htm">Korah</a> <a href="/psalms/47-1.htm">Leader</a> <a href="/psalms/47-1.htm">Music</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/2-8.htm">Musical</a> <a href="/psalms/46-11.htm">Musician</a> <a href="/psalms/47-1.htm">Music-Maker</a> <a href="/psalms/47-1.htm">Overseer</a> <a href="/psalms/56-12.htm">Present</a> <a href="/psalms/46-11.htm">Psalm</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-6.htm">Readily</a> <a href="/psalms/46-7.htm">Refuge</a> <a href="/psalms/47-7.htm">Song</a> <a href="/psalms/65-1.htm">Song&Gt</a> <a href="/psalms/52-7.htm">Strength</a> <a href="/psalms/49-15.htm">Surely</a> <a href="/2_kings/4-16.htm">Term</a> <a href="/psalms/49-5.htm">Trouble</a> <a href="/psalms/68-25.htm">Virgins</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 46</div>1. <a href="/psalms/46-1.htm">The confidence which the church has in God</a> 8. <a href="/psalms/46-8.htm">An exhortation to behold it</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <script type="text/javascript"> </script> <script type="text/javascript" src="//pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/show_ads.js"> </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading"><a href="/study/psalms/46.htm">Berean Study Bible</a></div>God The Hebrew word used here is "Elohim," a plural form that denotes majesty and power. It is a reminder of the divine sovereignty and the omnipotent nature of God. In the context of the ancient Near East, where polytheism was prevalent, the use of "Elohim" underscores the monotheistic belief in one true God who is above all other deities. This sets the stage for understanding the rest of the verse, as it is this powerful and majestic God who is being described.is This simple verb connects the subject, "God," with His attributes. It emphasizes the present and continuous nature of God's character. In the original Hebrew, the verb is implied rather than explicitly stated, which is common in Hebrew poetry. This implies a timeless truth about God's nature, suggesting that He is eternally consistent and unchanging.our refuge The Hebrew word for "refuge" is "machseh," which conveys a sense of shelter or protection. In ancient times, a refuge was a place of safety from enemies or natural disasters. This imagery would have been particularly powerful for the Israelites, who often faced threats from surrounding nations. The term suggests not only physical safety but also spiritual and emotional security, indicating that God provides a sanctuary for His people.and strength The word "strength" in Hebrew is "oz," which implies might, power, and resilience. This term complements "refuge" by suggesting that God is not only a place of safety but also a source of empowerment. In the historical context, strength was often associated with military power or the ability to withstand adversity. For believers, this means that God equips them with the inner fortitude to face life's challenges.an ever-present help The phrase "ever-present" translates the Hebrew "nimtsa meod," which means exceedingly found or abundantly available. This suggests that God's assistance is not sporadic or limited but is always accessible. The historical context of this phrase would resonate with the Israelites, who experienced God's presence in the tabernacle and later the temple. For Christians, it reflects the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, assuring them of God's constant companionship.in times of trouble The Hebrew word for "trouble" is "tsarah," which refers to distress, adversity, or affliction. This encompasses a wide range of difficulties, from personal struggles to national crises. The phrase indicates that God's help is particularly relevant during challenging times. Historically, the Israelites faced numerous periods of trouble, from slavery in Egypt to exile in Babylon. This assurance of divine help would have been a source of great comfort and hope.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/46.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(1) Refuge and strength.--Better, a refuge and stronghold, or a sure stronghold, as in Luther's hymn,Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott.A very present help.--Better, often found a help.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/46.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 1. - God is our Refuge and Strength (comp. <a href="/psalms/18-2.htm">Psalm 18:2</a>; <a href="/psalms/94-22.htm">Psalm 94:22</a>, etc.). A very present Help in trouble; literally, a very accessible Help - one easy to be found (comp. <a href="/2_chronicles/15-4.htm">2 Chronicles 15:4</a>). <a href="/commentaries/psalms/46-1.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div>For the choirmaster. לַמְנַצֵּ֥חַ (lam·naṣ·ṣê·aḥ) Preposition-l, Article | Verb - Piel - Participle - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5329.htm">Strong's 5329: </a> To glitter from afar, to be eminent, to be permanent Of the sons לִבְנֵי־ (liḇ·nê-) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> A son of Korah. קֹ֑רַח (qō·raḥ) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7141.htm">Strong's 7141: </a> Korah -- an Edomite name, also an Israelite name According to עַֽל־ (‘al-) Preposition <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5921.htm">Strong's 5921: </a> Above, over, upon, against Alamoth. עֲלָמ֥וֹת (‘ă·lā·mō·wṯ) Noun - feminine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5961.htm">Strong's 5961: </a> Girls, the soprano, female voice, falsetto A Song. שִֽׁיר׃ (šîr) Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7892.htm">Strong's 7892: </a> A song, singing God אֱלֹהִ֣ים (’ĕ·lō·hîm) Noun - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_430.htm">Strong's 430: </a> gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative is our refuge מַחֲסֶ֣ה (ma·ḥă·seh) Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4268.htm">Strong's 4268: </a> Refuge, shelter and strength, וָעֹ֑ז (wā·‘ōz) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5797.htm">Strong's 5797: </a> Strength, might an ever-present נִמְצָ֥א (nim·ṣā) Verb - Nifal - Perfect - third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4672.htm">Strong's 4672: </a> To come forth to, appear, exist, to attain, find, acquire, to occur, meet, be present help עֶזְרָ֥ה (‘ez·rāh) Noun - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5833.htm">Strong's 5833: </a> Help, helper, assistance in times of trouble. בְ֝צָר֗וֹת (ḇə·ṣā·rō·wṯ) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6869.htm">Strong's 6869: </a> Tightness, a female rival <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/46-1.htm">Psalm 46:1 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/psalms/46-1.htm">Psalm 46:1 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/psalms/46-1.htm">Psalm 46:1 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/psalms/46-1.htm">Psalm 46:1 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/psalms/46-1.htm">Psalm 46:1 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/46-1.htm">Psalm 46:1 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/46-1.htm">Psalm 46:1 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/46-1.htm">Psalm 46:1 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/46-1.htm">Psalm 46:1 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/psalms/46-1.htm">Psalm 46:1 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/psalms/46-1.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 46:1 For the Chief Musician (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/45-17.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 45:17"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 45:17" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/46-2.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 46:2"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 46:2" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>